Job Description

Head Chef - Calleva Arms,Silchester
Are you ready to lead a passionate kitchen team in a thriving gastro pub? The Calleva Arms is on the lookout for a talented Head Chef to take the reins in our busy kitchen.


We're a warm and welcoming village pub known for our consistently great food, relaxed atmosphere, and friendly team. From a fresh, seasonal a la carte offering to themed evenings and special event menus, we take pride in delivering delicious dishes that our guests love to return for.

What We Offer: A bustling kitchen environment with a supportive, close-knit team Creative freedom to influence and evolve the menu Opportunities to work on a wide variety of services - from Sandwiches to Sunday roasts, Pizza and tapas nights to set menus for private functions and buffets A focus on quality, mostly fresh food, with attention to seasonal ingredients and flavour A share of gratuities Free on site parking
About You:

We're looking for a confident and experienced Head Chef who:

Is comfortable running a busy kitchen and thrives under pressure Has strong GP and costing knowledge with a sharp eye on margins Can manage stock ordering, prep planning, and minimise wastage Works collaboratively with the front of house to ensure seamless service Is passionate about fresh, flavour-led, gastro-style pub food Enjoys leading a team with positivity, good humour and respect

Experience with buffets, sit-down events and managing dietary requirements is a must - our calendar contains bookings for private events, corporate functions, and fun community nights!

Typical Service Times: Lunch: 12pm-3:00pm Dinner: 5pm-8:30pm Themed Nights & Events throughout the month
Interested

If you're ready to lead a kitchen that puts pride in people, produce, and pub classics done well, we'd love to hear from you.


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